PLDT Inc. has announced that its data centers are prepared to house top-secret government data, supporting the Philippine government's data residency policy to enhance national security, according to a report by Philstar Biz.
The policy aims to ensure that highly sensitive information remains within the country's borders, strengthening data sovereignty and security. PLDT's readiness aligns with growing calls for local data storage to protect against foreign espionage and cyber threats.
Industry observers note that PLDT's move could set a precedent for other telecom companies and data centers in the Philippines to follow suit, potentially boosting the local data center industry and increasing investor confidence in the country's digital infrastructure.